The glittering world premiere for the highly anticipated fifth season of Emily in Paris took over the French capital on Monday, with leading lady Lily Collins commanding attention on the red carpet.
Star-Studded Fashion on the Red Carpet
The event, held at the iconic Le Grand Rex cinema in Paris, saw the show's cast reunite in spectacular style. Lily Collins, 36, who plays the titular Emily Cooper, made a stunning entrance in a sleek, plunging black gown. The elegant dress featured a daring slip up the side, revealing her black heels, and she accessorised with a striking oversized diamond necklace and matching earrings.
She was joined by co-stars who brought their own fashion flair. Ashley Park, who plays Emily's best friend Mindy Chen, made a bold statement in a stunning red strapless dress adorned with intricate lace detailing. Meanwhile, Minnie Driver, 55, stole the spotlight in a floor-length glittering gown with a classic square neckline. The stars happily posed together for photographs, generating excitement for the new series dropping on Netflix this week.
Actor Lucien Laviscount, 33—who has recently been the subject of rumours suggesting he could be the next James Bond—cut a sharp figure in a red velvet blazer paired with a crisp white shirt.
What to Expect in Emily in Paris Season 5
Fans have a very short wait for the new instalment, as season five is scheduled for release on Thursday, December 18th. The upcoming season promises a significant shift for the fashionable drama. The narrative follows Emily as she settles into her new role as the head of Agence Grateau's office in Rome, marking a fresh chapter for the character.
However, professional success comes with personal complications. The official synopsis reveals: “Now the head of Agence Grateau Rome, Emily faces professional and romantic challenges as she adapts to life in a new city. But just as everything falls into place, a work idea backfires, and the fallout cascades into heartbreak and career setbacks.”
The plot thickens as Emily seeks stability in her French lifestyle, only for a major secret to threaten one of her closest relationships. The season ultimately explores her tackling conflict with honesty, leading to deeper connections and a readiness for new possibilities.
A Return to Parisian Roots
While the action has largely moved to Italy, with scenes filmed in Rome and Venice, the show retains its Parisian heart. A hilarious moment in the new trailer highlights this, where Emily, after nearly being hit by a cyclist, retorts angrily in perfect French. When the cyclist shouts, “the French are so rude!”, Emily is visibly delighted to be mistaken for a local.
The trailer also hints that Emily's work and social life may pull her back to the City of Love, where the lives of Mindy and her former flame, Gabriel (Lucas Bravo), continue to evolve in her absence. Viewers can expect the signature blend of style, romance, and workplace drama, with the promise of a few jaw-dropping twists along the way.
